Quick Information
Month
September
Duration
16 Days
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Ancestors
About Pitru Paksha
Pitru Paksha (पितृ पक्ष) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Honoring departed ancestors.
This festival is dedicated to Ancestors and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 16 days, typically in September.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Pitru Paksha puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Pitru Paksha include:
Shraddha
Tarpan
Pind Daan
How to Celebrate
- Shraddha: An important tradition during Pitru Paksha celebrations.
- Tarpan: An important tradition during Pitru Paksha celebrations.
- Pind Daan: An important tradition during Pitru Paksha celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Pitru Paksha is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
All India
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Pitru Paksha holds special importance:
- Associated with Ancestors's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring divine blessings and positive energy
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